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Job Description Summary

The Development & Event Manager will manage project planning and logistics for the FCS Foundation special events, fundraising and development initiatives. With the goal of generating revenue for the FCS Foundation, the Development & Event Manager will execute world-class events for the FCS Foundation. In addition, this position will manage the Foundation’s donor management system tracking donor gifts and follow up with strong donor cultivation.

The Development and Event Manager is also responsible for overseeing and executing online campaigns, grant applications, and increasing community awareness by communicating the Foundation’s mission to drive short-term and long-term financial goals.

Position Qualifications/Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing, or Business Administration or related field.

Previous Experience

• Experience in working with senior leadership, executives and community leaders
• Experience tracking and reporting on progress to management and a board of directors
• 3-5 years of event planning experience
• 3-5 years of development, fundraising, donor cultivation and/or outside sales experience.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills; must be articulate and professional with a critical eye for detail

• Attention to detail and a self-starter
• Travel in the state of Florida, and work on weekends and evenings occasionally required

• Ability to inspire others to meet deadlines and to work with others to achieve consensus
• Exceptional skills in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and online donor management database
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